Defect Description For Recall
Matrix Headgear Ltd (Matrix) Is Recalling Certain Alpha Motorcycle Helmets, In All Sizes. The Helmet Retention System May Fail, Allowing The Helmet To Separate From The Wearer’S Head In The Event Of A Crash. Additionally, The Helmet May Not Adequately Protect The Wearer In The Event Of A Head Impact During A Crash. As Such, These Helmets Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
Make Of Vehicle
MATRIX HEADGEAR
Model Of Vehicle
ALPHA
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
19E076000
Component Description
Equipment:Motorcycle:Helmets
Effect Of Defect
A Helmet That Does Not Stay Secured To The Head Or Adequately Protect The Wearer From An Impact Increases The Risk Of Injury In The Event Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Matrix Will Notify Owners And Will Reimburse The Cost Of The Helmet. The Recall Began January 8, 2020. Owners May Contact Matrix Customer Service At Info@Matrixhelmets.Com.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Matrix Headgear Ltd
Start Of Manufacture
20190312
End Of Manufacture
20190403
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
25
Date Owners Notified
20200108
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Matrix Headgear Ltd
Date Report Received
20191112
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218